George Byron is the rugby writer and deputy sports editor for The Herald and Weekend Post. He won the national Vodacom Superjourno of the Year award in 2013 for his coverage of Super Rugby. He is a previous sports editor of the Evening Post, Weekend Post and Herald.
WP devastated after marking Newlands departure with a loss
RugbyFailing to deliver when it matter most proved to be Western Province’s big downfall when they crashed to a 19-9 defeat ...
Former Kings’ ‘Pummies’ Mguca on comeback trail for EP’s Elephants
RugbyBurly prop forward Lupumlo “Pummies” Mguca is on the comeback trail and wants to prove a point for EP’s Elephants this ...
Sharks have mountain to climb in Cape Town
RugbyThere is a mountain to climb in Cape Town for the Sharks if they want to ruin Western Province’s Newlands stadium ...
No room for error in semi, says Jantjies
RugbyAfter an eventful league programme, the tournament reaches a climax with WP facing the Sharks at Newlands (kick-off ...
Expect battle of wits in semi, says Sharks lock
RugbyScrupulous analysis will be a key weapon in a battle of wits between the Sharks and Western Province on Saturday, ...
Pressure is key to unlocking ‘Fortress Loftus’, says Lions coach
RugbySaturday’s Loftus clash (kickoff 2pm) will be the first of the two play-offs in the Carling Currie Cup.
Div’s coaching allows EP players to express themselves, Lungisa says
RugbyInnovative coaching from Peter de Villiers is empowering EP’s players to make their own decisions and express ...
Springboks desperately need game time, Rassie says
RugbySouth Africa’s Test players must have at least 400 minutes of game time under their belts before they face the British ...
Sharks must nullify WP’s power pack, Everitt says
RugbyIf the Sharks manage to nullify Western Province’s potent set piece they will have a good chance reaching the Carling ...
Sharks face monster final challenge — Everitt
RugbyFacing a rampant Bulls team at Loftus in Saturday’s Carling Currie Cup final will be a massive challenge for his Sharks ...